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Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Captain's Quarters"

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Dining
Dining
View from property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Tavernier, FL
  • Place, Mangrove Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Keys Dive Center
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Captain's Quarters"

Welcome to The Aqua Villas at Mangrove Marina Resorts “Captain’s Quarters” houseboat, located between Key Largo and Islamorada in Tavernier at Mile Marker 91.7 on the Bayside, in a protected tranquil oasis cove of Community Harbor, in the beautiful Florida Keys.
The space
The Captain’s Quarters houseboat has 2 Queen beds. Each house boat has flat-screen TVs with cable and complimentary WiFi. The kitchen features a refrigerator, stove-top, microwave, coffee maker, toaster and well-equipped kitchens. The sliding glass doors leads to a patio overlooking wonderful water views.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2492378vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Tavernier

Located in Tavernier, this houseboat is near a water park and on the waterfront. Hurricane Monument and Indian Key Historic State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill and Mangrove Marina. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Jacob's Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Tavernier, FL

What's nearby

  • Mangrove Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Florida Keys Dive Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Harry Harris Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Baker's Cay Resort Beach - 8 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Tavernier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dillon's Pub & Grill - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Captain's Quarters" have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Captain's Quarters" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Captain's Quarters"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Captain's Quarters"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Captain's Quarters" located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Mangrove Marina and Mariners Hospital. Florida Keys Dive Center and Harry Harris Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was awesome to have stayed on a houseboat
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashlei B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute fun place

The sunsets are incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2023
Thanks for providing us a review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Captain's Quarters is a charming split-level houseboat in a sheltered mangrove bay that can rock you to sleep with the gurgling of waves against the hull. We arrived late, and were met with everything we needed to get into the boat and understand the expectations. Key to the door was a little challenging in the dark with the high winds that night, but that's a skill issue on our end, and the only hiccup we had. Mornings in Tavernier were a short walk to a choice of cafes, and the houseboat was a nice home base for our morning and evening day trips. Be aware that the marina is a working facility, and you should be aware of the work and the workers, who are all patient and careful. Late afternoon soaks in the pool, and evening beers at the attached bar were nice additions, with a great slice of laid-back island time. The head aboard is small (it's a boat, after all), but if the weather's good, you can use the outdoor showers - that you should wash off in before using the pool, anyway! Great stay in a unique property for our family of four - short stay but unique stories!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Peaceful

Such an enjoyable and peaceful stay! Great spot to watch the sunset! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2023
Hi, Thanks for the review. Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Loved the house boat! Thankfully it was unlocked when we got there bc we never heard from the host or got a code lolWould go back but, was odd to have stuff in there and not be able to lock up?
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marshall M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable property.

Everything was perfect and exactly as listed. Check in process was seamless and there were no issues throughout our stay. Only thing I regret is not staying here longer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct, 2022
Hi, Thanks for the review. Be Safe, come see us again. Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving respite

We travelled south to visit our daughter and friend over Thanksgiving. We had a week to enjoy our Captains Quarters .Check in was easy, friendly and Mike was very helpful. Everyone was friendly and easy going.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2021
Hi Beth, Thanks for the review. Be Safe. Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prudy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

The boat was BEAUTIFUL, well equipped, and clean. Mike was very personable, availed and helpful. I would definitely recommend staying there!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed our stay :)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr, 2022
HI, Thanks for taking the time to provide au a review. THX, Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic little spot

Loved our stay here and everything worked very well! Mike was friendly, as was the entire community of residents and employees there. We laughed with other guests as well, and sunsets were unparalleled. We rented kayaks for two days and had a BLAST and saw lots of wildlife. We did notice some drain flies that were in the basement right side room, that usually gather when there is mildew and mold - might be something to look into, although it’s a house on the ocean and that is likely an uphill battle… we loved our stay and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2022
Hi Ann, Thanks for your review. I will have the maintenance crew look into the 'drain fly' issue you described. Based on that experience, I'd like to offer you a discuount on your next stay with us at the marina. Please contact me directly to discuss. THX, Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Life on the Boat

We had to arrive after hours due to our flight & the staff had our late check-in envelope in the box. Our houseboat was clean, and we enjoyed sleeping with the ocean gently rocking us to sleep. There were coffee packets with the coffee maker to get us started in the mornings. Although we ate out most meals, there was a well equipped kitchen, and enough towels. The staff helped us print out some paperwork we needed, and checking out was easy. Not a fancy place, but gorgeous views, and located close to everything you will want to see in the Keys!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2022
Thanks for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig/Jennie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

We had an enjoyable weekend while we stayed here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2022
Thanks for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

emily m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

We loved this house boat. Very charming. The view off the deck was beautiful. Everything was in order and clean/new. The staff was helpful. This was a perfect long weekend getaway for fishing, dining and relaxation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First VRBO First Houseboat

This was a very good choice and we will definitely do it again. You can't go wrong with this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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